Kidney failure is a relatively common malady in pets and can be either chronic or acute. (marvistavet.com)
You could also be prepared to the occurrence of common maladies of that breed such as joints ailments, eye complications, heart disorders or other metabolic problems such as diabetes. (vetdiag.com)
I will trade an increased risk of less common maladies for an increased life expectancy of 20 - 25 % longer. (whentospay.org)